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In California, the cost for comprehensive estate plan drafting can range from $900 to $5,950 or more, depending on the complexity of your estate and the attorney's experience. The cost of creating a will in California can range from roughly $250 to $1,200.

The cost of creating a will in New Jersey can range from roughly $150 to $1,250. A New Jersey trust typically costs anywhere between $550 and $4,450. At Snug, any member can create a Power of Attorney and Health Care Directive for free. A Will costs $195 and a Trust costs $500.

Rates. In general, estate attorneys who handle probate and estate administration cases typically charge either an hourly rate or a flat fee for their services. Hourly rates for attorneys in New Jersey can range from $150 to $350 per hour, with the average rate being around $250 per hour.

Common estate planning documents are wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and living wills. Everyone can benefit from having a will, no matter how small their estate or simple their wishes. Online estate planning services offer basic packages for less than $200.

When Does an Estate Plan Become Necessary? Many financial advisors would recommend starting an Estate Plan the moment you become a legal adult, and updating it every three to five years after that.

For a person to gain peace of mind, executing the following documents will be extremely valuable: Advance Directive (medical), Durable Power of Attorney (financial), Last Will and Testament (estate distribution, guardianship, debt arrangements), and a (Revocable) Living Trust (private estate distribution).